Korean Dictionary
How to say "Squirrel" in Korean
“Squirrel” in Korean is 다람쥐 (pronounced "daramjwi").
다람쥐
daramjwi
Usage & Context
A small furry animal known for collecting nuts and seeds. Squirrels are common in Korean parks and forests. They are featured in Korean children's stories and media.
Example Sentence
다람쥐가 도토리를 모아요.
The squirrel collects acorns.
How to use 다람쥐 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Squirrel” is 다람쥐, romanized as daramjwi.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 다람쥐.
Pronunciation Guide
'Da-ram-jwi' is pronounced with 'Da' like 'dah' in 'dah-ling'. 'Ram' sounds like 'ram' in 'rampage'. 'Jwi' is like 'jwee' in 'squeegee' but with a 'j' sound.
More Example Sentences
Commenting while walking in a park.
공원에 다람쥐가 정말 많네요.
There are so many squirrels in the park.
A parent complimenting their child.
우리 아기는 다람쥐처럼 귀여워요.
My baby is cute like a squirrel.
Describing a squirrel's action.
다람쥐가 도토리를 볼에 가득 넣었어요.
The squirrel put its cheeks full of acorns.
Cultural Context
Squirrels are generally seen as cute and harmless animals in Korea, often associated with nature, parks, and children's stories. They are not typically kept as pets but are enjoyed as part of the natural scenery, especially when seen gathering nuts in autumn.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
다람쥐처럼 빠르다
fast like a squirrel
다람쥐 쳇바퀴 돌듯
like a squirrel on a wheel (meaning repetitive, unproductive work)
다람쥐 먹이 주기
feeding squirrels
Related Expressions
도토리
dotori
acorn
청설모
cheongseolmo
Eurasian red squirrel (a larger type)
귀엽다
gwiyeopda
cute
숲
sup
forest
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